5. The drywall & Interior fixtures

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The drywall is hung and taped.

Drywall is hung on the interior walls and taped so the seams between the boards aren’t visible, and drywall texturing (if applicable) is completed.

• The primer coat of paint is applied.

• Exterior finishes are installed.

Contractors begin installing exterior finishes such as brick, stucco, stone, and siding.

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Cost Breakdown.

The average cost for drywall is $1.50 to $4.00 per square foot, with the cost per panel ranging from $15 to $60, including labor and materials. Once the drywall is up, the walls and ceiling can be textured, which averages from $0.80 to $2.00 per square foot. It’s cheaper to add texture from scratch, than to remove and retexture walls, so new homeowners are in luck.

The final step to bring it all together is applying the primer coat of paint, which varies depending on the finish. The average cost to paint a room is $300 to $1,000, but a large portion of this cost is labor. If you feel up to it, this is a great project to take on to save money. Homeowners can save up to $500 by painting themselves.

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Timeline.

Once the framework is up and the walls begin to take form, the house comes together quickly. This step can take anywhere from a few days to several weeks, depending on the size and complexity of the home.